Statement of Beliefs
(Adopted February 6, 2004)
Whereas Saint David Catholic School was established on a Faith Filled Foundation, we believe:
- That because Christ is the reason for this school, children should be taught as Jesus taught, and all members of the Saint David Catholic School Community (students, teachers, administrators and parents) be treated with respect and kindness.
- That the Catholic Faith, of the Saint David Catholic School Community, is the basis for the education, service and traditions provided to our students as they learn and become aware that it is their Faith which will sustain them now and in their future.
- That the study of and preparation for the reception of the sacraments is an integral part of each student's development.
- That each student is a gift from God, unique in his/her talents, and has the right and the ability to develop spiritually, academically, socially and physically in a safe, Christian environment.
- That student learning is a priority in this school and students learn in diverse ways through a variety of instructional strategies.
- That continuous evaluation and the defining of clear goals and high expectations for student achievement will result in the development of curricula which will ensure that Saint David Catholic School maintains its high standards.
- That to succeed in the world of the 21st Century, students must have an understanding of academic subjects and be able to apply their knowledge to problem solving and real life situations.
- That by practicing the Christian values of peace and social justice and exposing students to cultural diversity, these students' understanding and respect for themselves and others will prepare them to contribute to the ultimate goal of a peaceful society.
- Those parents are the primary educators of their children and in partnership with the Administrators, Faculty and Staff of Saint David Catholic School; they share the responsibility for their own children's spiritual growth and the school's continuous improvement.